Alcohol and Drug Practitioner

LinkPeople | M****ō mātou

E whakapono ana mātou ko ngā tāngata te mea nui o te ao. At LinkPeople we believe that people are the most important thing in the world. This guides us in our work supporting people to find safe, affordable housing and linking into health and social services they need to live well. We work with several key organisations as part of a community-wide approach to end homelessness.

The Benefits | Ngāāhuatanga kei a mā****tou

We provide comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing coaching for continuous development in this role, we also offer:

• Increased Kiwisaver Contribution
• Fifth week of Annual Leave (after 12 months employment)
• Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
• HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānau
• LinkPeople supportd external supervision costs (monthly) and yearly registration fees
• Holiday programme assistance.

The Role | M****ō tēnei tūranga mahi

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm.

This role will involve working within the Ahikaroa Housing team. The community housing-based service has a strong focus on collaborating with other services to support transition, recovery, and wellness in the community.

This role is suited to a AOD practitioner, who would like to use their professional skills to make a difference in the housing and residential recovery space.

In this role you will work closely with key stakeholders to:

• Identify and overcome barriers to accessing supported independent living.
• Sustain and progress their living situation in line with their goals and aspirations.
• Collaborate and navigate the social housing sector, with other community providers.
• Build and maintain relationships with other community providers including mental health and addiction services.
• Provide clinical oversight support for staff and Kiritaki.
• Support Kiritaki with sustaining their tenancies in the community.
• Support Kiritaki to live and thrive in their community.
• Support with risk management.
• Leading and facilitating meetings with internal staff and stakeholders.

About You | Mōu

We'd love to hear from Alcohol and Drug Practitioners with a range of experience in the mental health and social sectors, ideally with experience in the social housing sector.

In addition, we are looking for someone with:

• A current Annual Practicing Certificate and current registration with DAPAANZ
• Strong communication and relationship building skills, who can quickly build credibility while showcasing sound problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• An ability to work at a fast pace, and flourish under pressure.
• Cultural awareness and a commitment to supporting Māori and Pasifika whānau
• Excellent attention to detail and proficiency in record keeping.
• Knowledge of and demonstrable commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi principles.
• A full New Zealand driving license.

Applications close | R****ā Katinga: 2nd May 2026. This role may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Position Description | Ngā kōrero mō tēnei tūranga: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/LP_Housing-Case-Worker-Clinical-2025-.pdf

Contact | Whakap**ā:** Rachael Kirner, Team Leader, on 027 313 6303 if you have any questions.

For further information, visit our website http://www.linkpeople.co.nz

Note: The Criminal History Check is Exempt from The Clean Slate Act. In other words, the Clean Slate Act does not apply to this position. Please declare any offences (even outside 7 years) in your application.

**All new appointees require background checking. Under the requirements of the Children's Act 2014, new employees that are identified as coming under this act are required to undergo further safety checks as part of the recruitment process.